This report from the CIPD explores the implications of an ageing workforce and the opportunities it presents for businesses and policy makers. With the Baby Boomer generation easing into retirement, the UK could face a shortage of labour despite popular hype about automation and AI taking away the need for human workers. The report however argues that herein lies the opportunity of the older workforce - through inclusive policies and practices that make work friendly for the ageing workforce, we can extend working lives meaningfully and benefit from the talents of older workers whilst addressing the challenges that come with funding retirement as an added strain is placed on tax and welfare systems.